Lobster Rolls

Moose watching, visiting lighthouses, fall foliage and the rocky coast are just some of the typical reasons millions of people visit Maine every year.

Yet, some say a Maine vacation is never complete with the sampling of Maine lobster and what better way to do that than without the classic “Maine Lobster Roll”. Ask any Mainer, “what is a lobster roll?” and the responses will vary. The type of roll is often unique, but most agree it should be buttered and grilled to a golden brown. The meat is usually tossed with butter or light mayo and salt and pepper. You can find the most mouth-watering and truly delicious Maine lobster rolls at restaurants, food trucks, diners and clam shacks across the state. But, all will agree that it must be packed full of FRESH Maine lobster.

Here are a few of the places we recommend (listed alphabetically):

Cook’s Lobster & Ale House Garrison Cove Rd., Bailey Island 207-833-2818 / cookslobster.com Where all great things come together for one.

Harraseeket Lunch & Lobster 36 Main St., South Freeport 207-865-4888 harraseeketlunchandlobster.com Family owned and operated business serving Maine seafood on the working waterfront.

J’s Oyster 5 Portland Pier, Portland 207-772-4828 / jsoysterportland.com Fresh seafood straight from the oceans of Maine. Ken’s Place 207 Pine Point Rd., Scarborough 207-883-6611 facebook.com/KensPlace1927 Famous for seafood since 1927!

Porthole Restaurant & Pub 20 Custom House Wharf, Portland 207-773-4653 / portholemaine.com The way Portland does summer!

Portland Lobster Co. 180 Commercial St., Portland 207-775-2112 portlandlobstercompany.com Committed to serving the freshest Maine seafood.